Information is exploratory. For accurate information, refer to the official website of the school.
About UPB
Bolivian Private University, Cochabamba (UPB) — private non-profit university. It is located in Cochabamba, Bolivia. It is a young higher education institution, as it was opened in 1992.
UPB offers bachelor and master programs in different fields of study.
The academic calendar at UPB is divided into trimesters. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. One year of studying at UPB will cost local citizens a minimum of 723 USD. For foreigners, the tuition fee is different — from 5,000 USD per year. The educational institution helps with tuition fees through financial support programs. They are available to local and international students. Check the university website for up-to-date information on tuition fees and available scholarships.
Also, consider other expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals, and personal expenses.
Academic calendarTrimesters
Financial AidYes
BachelorLocal723USD/yearForeign5,000USD/year
MasterLocal1,085USD/yearForeign5,000USD/year
Study programs at UPB
Social Sciences & Management
Bachelor of Commercial Engineering
Study modeOn campus
Study formFull-time
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
ScholarshipsYes
Bachelor of Communication
Study degreeBComm
Study modeOn campus
Study formFull-time
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
ScholarshipsYes
Economics & Business Management
Bachelor of Business Administration
Study degreeBBA
Study modeOn campus
Study formFull-time
Study field
Economics & Business Management
ScholarshipsYes
Bachelor of Economy
Study degreeBA
Study modeOn campus
Study formFull-time
Study field
Economics & Business Management
ScholarshipsYes
Bachelor of Financial Engineering
Study modeOn campus
Study formFull-time
Study field
Economics & Business Management
ScholarshipsYes
Bachelor of Production Engineering
Study degreeBEng
Study modeOn campus
Study formFull-time
Study field
Economics & Business Management
ScholarshipsYes
Engineering & Technology
Bachelor of Civil Engineering
Study degreeBEng
Study modeOn campus
Study formFull-time
Study field
Engineering & Technology
ScholarshipsYes
Bachelor of Electromechanical Engineering
Study degreeBEng
Study modeOn campus
Study formFull-time
Study field
Engineering & Technology
ScholarshipsYes
Bachelor of Electronic and Telecommunication Systems Engineering
Study degreeBEng
Study modeOn campus
Study formFull-time
Study field
Engineering & Technology
ScholarshipsYes
Bachelor of Electronic and Telecommunications Engineering
Study degreeBEng
Study modeOn campus
Study formFull-time
Study field
Engineering & Technology
ScholarshipsYes
Bachelor of Environmental Engineering and Alternative Energies
The campus of UPB is suburban. Students live in a close-knit community and enjoy the benefits of the natural environment around them. However, they also have access to urban entertainment such as shopping malls, restaurants and cinemas. The university has a functioning library. In addition to educational materials in various scientific areas, it contains a collection of classical and contemporary literature. UPB regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs. For locals, this is a unique opportunity to get in touch with the cultures of other countries, meet representatives of different nationalities and make friends around the world.
Campus TypeSuburban
LibraryYes
What to do after graduation
If you want to stay in Bolivia after graduation, one of your options is to apply for a work visa. To do this, you need to get an offer from an employer. Look for more immigration options in our article.
